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Better Sweater 1/4-Zip

When you want the heat-trapping power of fleece, but you don’t want to look like a wooly bugger, reach for the Men’s Patagonia 1/4-Zip Better Sweater. It has a knit exterior for a clean, sharp look and a fleecy heat-holding interior. It is warm enough to wear as a jacket in cool weather, but when things get really chilly, you can wear it under a shell as a midlayer. Raglan sleeves lend to the athletic aesthetic and keep you comfortable when you’re slinging a pack across campus or to a remote hot spring.

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Awesome sweater!

Great Gift for Dad

Familiarity: I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share

Fit: True to size

I recently purchased the Better Sweater is Stonewash for my Dad for his birthday, he loves these fleeces. He already has it in the Classic Red and Bleached Stone and lives in them, so I figured another color would be great to add to his wardrobe. The Better Sweaters fit great and last forever, they look great even after being washed a lot of times. I am sure this won't be the last Better Sweater I purchase.

Warmer than I thought!

Fit: True to size

This sweater is classic Patagonia quality, it's super soft fleece inside with a nice tight knit outer and understated design. I am also surprised at how warm this thing is for being what I assumed was a light jacket. The fit is a little boxy for me, but this is consistent with the rest of Patagonia's jackets so no surprises or cons here. Really nice sweater for throwing on anytime anywhere.

Love the better sweater

Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

Fit: True to size

Size Bought: Medium

Height: 6'0"

Weight: 170lbs

This is still hands down one of my favorite items. Great for shoulder season evenings, or as a mid layer in the dead of winter. The fabric is soft, warm, a little stretchy, and perfect for just about anything. Not an overly boxy fit, but if you are looking for something with a slimmer cut, check out the Patagonia Performance Better Sweater 1/4-Zip Fleece Jacket.

Perfect!

Everyone should have one

Familiarity: I've used it several times

Fit: True to size

Height: 5'10"

Weight: 185lbs

Such a great sweater for cold days in New England. Get a lot of complaints when I wear this sweater to work. Very warm and stylish piece. I find the lightweight version of this better for skiing and snowboarding. This does keep you warm and breathes well so I'm sure it would do fine as a technical piece. This makes an excellent gift.

Warm and stylish.

Familiarity: I've used it several times

Fit: True to size

Size Bought: Medium

Height: 5'8"

Weight: 155lbs

This is a great fleece and I can not recommend it enough. I am about 5'8'' 155lbs and went with a Medium for a nice relaxed fit. It is big enough to fit a flannel under, but not so big it looks sloppy.

If you have any questions on sizing give me a call or shoot me an email! Nicholas R. Johnson Account Manager O: 801-204-4690 nicjohnson@backcountry.com

Gifted one

Familiarity: I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share

Height: 6'0"

Weight: 200lbs

I have one of these and love it. So I decided to gift one to my father in law. He likes the midweight feel so he can layer with a vest or wear his long sleeve shirts underneath. The color choices are great, you can find one for anyone. We both have the XL. If I wanted this specifically as a midlayer to wear under winter gear I would get an L.

A Staple

Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

Size Bought: Large

Height: 6'1"

Weight: 160lbs

This is a great piece to have whether you're needing to stay a little bit warmer during the Spring or Fall or even need a good midlayer in the Winter. I found that air permeates somewhat easily through mine in the Nickel colorway so I almost prefer this more as a midlayer that goes under a shell. Great piece though, worth the money!

Great Layering or Standalone Piece

Familiarity: I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Fit: True to size

Size Bought: Medium

Height: 5'8"

Weight: 165lbs

On par with their usual fit, it's a bit boxy/regular, but isn't baggy by any means. Great layering piece if you want to throw a button down underneath or can easily be worn with just a t-shirt underneath. Comfortable, stylish, and quality materials make this a great pick up and a solid go to.

Good and comfy

Familiarity: I've used it several times

Fit: Runs small

Size Bought: Medium

Height: 5'5"

Weight: 150lbs

Good for chilly days. Runs a little tight in the shoulders and arms. Everything else fits good. No zipper pockets though. Overall, not to bad. I will get the full zip next cause of ease of use next time.

These things live up to the hype

Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

Fit: True to size

Height: 6'1"

Weight: 150lbs

The better sweater is probably the most popular fleece at least in the past few years. They fit great, look great and keep you warm. I love this things and it's my go to!!! I'd buy 10 of these if I could afford it.

One of My Favorites...comfortable

Familiarity: I've used it several times

Fit: Runs large

Size Bought: XL

Height: 6'0"

Weight: 210lbs

I wear this as a sweater...and find it to be very comfortable and warm. Bought the light grey one and it looks great. It runs a tad big. I'm usually an XL and this is about 10%-15% bigger than I'd like both in the sleeves and the length. For me the Large is snug--so I find the sizing to be a bit odd; most other Patagonia XL apparel fit me well. The question that I can't respond to yet is how does it wear from a longevity perspective since that's why I've bought so many Patagonia items. A Nano Puff over this in the winter and you can go most anywhere socially or otherwise and be warm.